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Luxembourg 29 July 1965 — 20 Francs Face Photographic Proof (Pick Unlisted, Early Design Concept)

Face-side photographic proof of the twenty francs issue of the Grand Duchy of Luxembourg, dated 29 July 1965, representing an early design concept later replaced during the development of the series. Produced as part of the internal design evaluation process, this monochrome proof is mounted on archival cardstock and preserves the full composition at a stage prior to final design selection. The note carries serial number A000000 in dual placement, consistent with internal reference formatting used for photographic proofs. ... Read more →

Luxembourg 29 July 1965 — 20 Francs Back Photographic Proof (Pick Unlisted, Early Design Concept)

Back-side photographic proof of the twenty francs issue of the Grand Duchy of Luxembourg, dated 29 July 1965, representing an early reverse design concept later replaced during the development of the series. Produced for internal evaluation, this monochrome proof is mounted on archival cardstock and preserves a composition that differs fundamentally from the finalized reverse adopted for the 1970 issue. The central vignette presents a river landscape with a cargo vessel in the foreground and a row of tall trees lining the bank, extending toward a simplified rural horizon. ... Read more →

Luxembourg August 1965 — 20 Francs Face Photographic Proof (Pick Unlisted, Transitional Design Stage)

Face-side photographic proof of the twenty francs issue of the Grand Duchy of Luxembourg, produced in August 1965 during the transitional phase between the initial design concept and the finalized layout later adopted for the issued series. Printed in monochrome and mounted on archival cardstock, this example documents the stage at which the new design direction had been established but not yet fully resolved. The note carries serial number A000000 in dual placement, consistent with internal photographic proof formatting. ... Read more →

Luxembourg August 1965 — 20 Francs Back Photographic Proof (Pick Unlisted, Transitional Design Stage)

Back-side photographic proof of the twenty francs issue of the Grand Duchy of Luxembourg, produced in August 1965 during the transitional phase following the abandonment of the earlier July design concept. Printed in monochrome and mounted on archival cardstock, this example documents the stage at which the final reverse design direction had been selected but not yet fully refined. The central vignette already reflects the composition later adopted for the issued note, featuring the structured river valley with engineered water control elements replacing the earlier boat-based landscape concept. ... Read more →

Luxembourg 24 November 1965 — 20 Francs Face Photographic Proof (Pick Unlisted, Final Layout Stage)

Face-side photographic proof of the twenty francs issue of the Grand Duchy of Luxembourg, dated 24 November 1965, representing the finalized layout stage of the design prior to full production. Printed in monochrome and mounted on archival cardstock, this example preserves the obverse composition at the point where structural design decisions had been completed. The note carries serial number A000000 in dual placement, consistent with internal photographic proof formatting. ... Read more →

Luxembourg 24 November 1965 — 20 Francs Back Photographic Proof (Pick 54, Final Layout Stage)

Back-side photographic proof of the twenty francs issue of the Grand Duchy of Luxembourg, dated 24 November 1965, representing the finalized reverse layout aligned with the design later adopted for the issued note (Pick 54). Printed in monochrome and mounted on archival cardstock, this example captures the reverse composition at the point of final structural approval. The central vignette depicts the engineered river valley with integrated water control structures, matching the configuration used in the issued series. ... Read more →

Luxembourg July 3 1966 — 10 Francs Face Photographic Proof (Pick 53, Final Layout Stage)

Face-side photographic proof of the ten francs note of the Grand Duchy of Luxembourg, dated July 3, 1966 as indicated on the grading holder, representing the finalized obverse layout prior to production. Printed in monochrome and mounted on archival cardstock, this example preserves the design at the stage where all structural and compositional decisions had been completed. The note carries serial number A000000 in dual placement, consistent with internal photographic proof conventions. ... Read more →

Luxembourg July 3 1966 — 10 Francs Back Photographic Proof (Pick 53, Final Layout Stage)

Back-side photographic proof of the ten francs note of the Grand Duchy of Luxembourg, dated July 3, 1966 as indicated on the grading holder, representing the finalized reverse layout prior to production. Printed in monochrome and mounted on archival cardstock, this example preserves the reverse composition at the stage where all structural and visual elements had been fully resolved. The central vignette presents a fully developed architectural and landscape composition, integrating bridge structures, urban elements, and natural surroundings within a controlled and balanced framework. ... Read more →

Luxembourg 1967 — 10 Francs Specimen (Pick 53s)

Specimen of the ten francs note of the Grand Duchy of Luxembourg, dated 20 MARS 1967, representing the controlled production form of the finalized design prepared for reference, archival, and institutional distribution. This example reflects the completed layout previously confirmed through photographic proofs and now executed in full color and production format. The note carries serial number A000000 in dual red placement, consistent with specimen designation. ... Read more →

Luxembourg 1967 — 10 Francs Issued Note (Pick 53a)

Issued ten francs note of the Grand Duchy of Luxembourg, dated 20 MARS 1967, representing the final circulation form of the series following completion of the design and production phases documented by earlier photographic proofs and specimen issues. This example reflects the fully realized execution of the note as released for public use. The note carries serial number A020076 in dual red placement, consistent with standard production format. ... Read more →

Luxembourg March 20 1971 — 50 Francs Signature A Photographic Proof Face (Pick Unlisted)

Face-side photographic proof of the fifty francs note of the Grand Duchy of Luxembourg, dated March 20, 1971 as indicated on the grading holder, representing the finalized obverse layout prior to production. Printed in monochrome and mounted on archival cardstock, this example preserves the design at the stage where all structural and compositional elements had been resolved. The note carries serial number A000000 in dual placement, consistent with internal photographic proof conventions. ... Read more →

Luxembourg March 20 1971 — 50 Francs Signature A, Back Photographic Proof(Pick Unlisted)

Back-side photographic proof of the fifty francs note of the Grand Duchy of Luxembourg, dated March 20, 1971 as indicated on the grading holder, representing the finalized reverse layout prior to production. Printed in monochrome and mounted on archival cardstock, this example preserves the reverse composition at the stage where all structural and visual elements had been resolved. The central vignette depicts an industrial scene featuring heavy manufacturing activity, with workers and machinery integrated into a dynamic composition. ... Read more →